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KITS: The first two days, especially, is critical to prepare for and be self-reliant since there may be power outages, water and sewerage failures, road closures, communication blackouts and limited access to shops, cash, or medical care.

Kits

Car and Work Kits

Emergencies don’t always happen when you’re at home. A few essentials in your car or workplace can make a big difference.

A car or work‑based emergency kit is your “stranded but safe” buffer — the gear that keeps you warm, fed, informed, and mobile if roads close, buildings are evacuated, or you can’t get home for hours or even overnight. In Wellington, where earthquakes, slips, and infrastructure failures can trap people away from home, this kit is genuinely essential.

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1.    Choose the right container

A good kit starts with something durable and easy to grab.

For the car:

  • A sturdy plastic bin with a lid

  • Or a duffel bag that fits in the boot

For work:

  • A small backpack or tote bag

  • Keep it under your desk or in a locker

  • Must be accessible during an evacuation



2.   Water and food

You may be stuck for hours or overnight.

Water

  • 1–2 litres in durable bottles

  • Extra water stored in the car (heat‑resistant containers)

Food

Long‑lasting, high‑energy items:

  • Muesli bars

  • Nuts

  • Dried fruit

  • Crackers

  • Chocolate

  • Canned food with pull‑tabs

  • Baby food if relevant



3.   Light and power

Power cuts are common after earthquakes or storms.

  • Torch or headlamp

  • Spare batteries

  • Power bank (fully charged)

  • Phone charging cable

  • Car charger

  • Glow sticks (safe, simple backup)

4.   Warmth and clothing

Cars and offices get cold quickly if heating fails.

  • Warm layer (fleece or wool)

  • Rain jacket

  • Hat and gloves

  • Emergency foil blanket

  • Spare socks

  • Sturdy walking shoes (if you normally wear dress shoes)


5.   First aid and health

A compact kit can make a huge difference.

  • Plasters, bandages, gauze

  • Antiseptic wipes

  • Pain relief

  • Gloves

  • Saline

  • Any personal medications

  • Spare glasses or contacts

  • Sunscreen and lip balm



6.   Hygiene and sanitation

Especially important if you’re stuck for many hours.

  • Hand sanitiser

  • Wet wipes

  • Tissues

  • Small rubbish bags

  • Toilet paper (compact roll)

  • Dust mask (P2/N95)

7.   Tools and practical items

These help with navigation, repairs, and signalling.

General

  • Multi‑tool or small knife

  • Whistle

  • Duct tape (small roll)

  • Permanent marker

  • Zip‑lock bags

  • Local paper map

  • Work gloves

  • Notepad + pen

Car‑specific

  • Jumper leads

  • Tyre inflator or sealant

  • Hi‑vis vest

  • Basic toolkit

  • Ice scraper (if relevant)

  • Tow rope (optional)


8.   Documents and information

If your phone dies or networks fail, you still need key info.

  • Printed emergency contact list

  • Copy of household emergency plan

  • Copy of ID (driver licence, passport)

  • USB drive with digital copies of important documents

  • Cash (EFTPOS may be down)


9.   Navigation and communication

If roads are blocked or you must walk home:

  • Paper map of your region

  • Pre‑planned walking route home

  • Meeting points for family

  • Radio (small AM/FM, battery or wind‑up)



10. Special needs

Tailor your kit to your life.

  • Baby supplies

  • Pet supplies (if pets travel with you)

  • Mobility aids

  • Extra medication

  • Spare hearing aid batteries



11.  Maintain and refresh regularly

Replace food and water every 6–12 months

  • Recharge power banks monthly

  • Update documents when they change

  • Adjust for seasons (warmer layers in winter)


 
 
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